by Ron Hequet | May 29, 2018 | Business Development, Business Planning, Career Development, Leadership, Networking, Self-Achievement, Small Business
Negotiation is a common occurrence in our everyday lives. It could be a multi-million dollar agreement or just lunch. However, for many people, the thought of negotiating a deal induces stress and anxiety, even if the intent is to simply discuss and eventually agree...
by Ron Hequet | Apr 27, 2016 | Business and Career Development, Career Development, Employment, Job, Networking, Personal Development
It’s typical to think that entrepreneurs are the only ones who own their own business. But in reality, everyone is really in business for themselves in one way or another, even when you are someone else’s employee. — Ron Hequet Not long ago, I sat at breakfast...
by Ron Hequet | Apr 20, 2016 | Business and Career Development, Business Planning, Employment, Networking
How has your business kept up? If I performed an analysis on your company, would I clearly identify a strong brand that represents your organization? Do you have an interactive website, new product brochures, inspired and no-excuses talent? What about a...
by Ron Hequet | Apr 6, 2016 | Business and Career Development, Networking
If you’re a business owner or sales executive, you want to land the “Big One.” You know, that dream customer with a stellar reputation of professionalism and service, and a seemingly unlimited budget. You’ve made it your goal to acquire high-end, high-dollar...
by Ron Hequet | Mar 23, 2016 | Business Planning, Networking
Regardless of the size of your business, brand identity is one of its most valuable assets. If your business doesn’t stand out from the competition with its products, services, or customer experience, don’t expect it to survive very long. Your brand identity can...
by Ron Hequet | Dec 1, 2014 | Career Development, Employment, Job, Networking, Performance Improvement, Personal Development, Professional Career, Self-Achievement
I am not an award show watcher and really don’t watch T.V. in general. I can’t remember how many years it’s been since I watched the academy awards show – I think John Wayne won ‘best actor’ for True Grit. But even if my T.V. time is very limited, i.e. football and...